Entaijiso

Tucked by the Kurobe River in Kurobe, this spa ryokan is minutes from the Kurobe Gorge Railway, Sarutobi Gorge and the Kurobe River Electricity Memorial. Easy access to Selene Museum of Art and nearby Chubu-Sangaku National Park puts nature and culture on your doorstep.

Rooms blend simple comfort with practical perks. There are 82 air-conditioned guestrooms with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with tubs or showers. Expect slippers, hair dryers, in-room safes and desks, plus housekeeping on request.

Soak in hot springs and book a massage at the on-site spa. Entertainment ranges from a nightclub and karaoke to a banquet hall and table tennis. Seasonal perks include a sauna and nearby skiing options, and complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected.

Front-desk services include luggage storage and a safe-deposit box. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dine at the ryokan restaurant and sip drinks at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily to get your day started.